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In today's newsletter:

• How did a Stillwater standout fare at Minnesota’s toughest wrestling meet?
• How a Stillwater murder is reshaping Minnesota’s political future

Also on today's calendar: Puzzle Contest to Benefit the Sally Manzara Interpretive Nature Center and 8 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the hair spray say to the hair when it got back from vacation? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Tuesday: A bit of ice in the morning, with a high of 33 and low of 26 degrees.
• Wednesday: Cloudy, temps: high: 37, low: 28.
• Thursday: Mostly cloudy, with a high of 38 and low of 25 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 10 Southeastern Minnesota boys wrestlers off to impressive starts (postbulletin.com) — A top Mayo heavyweight recently beat second-ranked Stillwater wrestler Andrew Olson 4-2 at the elite Minnesota Christmas Tournament, highlighting the strength of Minnesota’s prep wrestling scene. The story spotlights 10 standout boys from across southeastern Minnesota who are emerging as early-season contenders after strong showings at major holiday tournaments.
   

• Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz Abandons Reelection Bid as Murdered Rep. Melissa Hortman's Children Slam Trump for Fueling Conspiracy Theory (people.com) — Stillwater is at the heart of a high-profile tragedy, as state Rep. Melissa Hortman, her husband, and their dog were killed at their home there last June, a case now entangled in national politics. Following conspiracy theories about the murders shared by President Trump, Gov. Tim Walz has ended his 2026 reelection bid amid intense scrutiny over social services fraud and growing political tensions.
   

📸 Around Stillwater

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Stillwater

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Wednesday January 7

• Gentle Yoga
  Mudita Wellness , 1650 Market Drive , Stillwater
  9:00 am
• It's Date Night! Need something fun to break up the week? Bring someone to Swirl tonight!
  Swirl , 3291 St. Croix Trail S. , Afton
  4:00 pm
• Ziggy's All Stars
  Ziggy's On Main , 132 Main St S , Stillwater
  7:00 pm

Thursday January 8

• Root to Rise Yoga
  Mudita Wellness , 1650 Market Drive , Stillwater
  9:00 am
• Thursday at CURRENT is our Ribeye Special For only $28!
  CURRENT/Afton House Inn , 3291 St. Croix Trail S. , Afton
  4:00 pm
• Gentle Yoga
  Mudita Wellness , 1650 Market Drive , Stillwater
  5:00 pm
• Mindful Movement & Meditation
  Mudita Wellness , 1650 Market Drive , Stillwater
  6:30 pm

Friday January 9

• What's better than a wine tasting? A free wine tasting! Every Friday from 6 to 8 pm
  Swirl/Afton House Inn , 3291 St. Croix Trail S. , Afton

Saturday January 10

• Puzzle Contest to Benefit the Sally Manzara Interpretive Nature Center
  Sally Manzara Interpretive Nature Center , Entry Road , Lake Elmo
  12:30 pm

Tuesday January 13

• Toddler Tuesday: Animal Winter Fun
  Sally Manzara Interpretive Nature Center , Entry Road , Lake Elmo
  10:00 am
• World Snow Celebration 2026
  Lowell Park , 201 Water St N , Stillwater
  5:00 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

Tuesday January 6

• Root to Rise Yoga
  Mudita Wellness , 1650 Market Drive , Stillwater
  9:00 am
• Burger Night at CURRENT! CURRENT Burger and fries for just $10
  CURRENT , 3291 S. St. Croix Trail , Afton
  4:00 pm
• $10 Current Burger with fries every Tuesday night! Come on down and get one!
  Afton House Inn , 3291 St. Croix Trail S. , Afton
  4:00 pm
• Gentle Yoga
  Mudita Wellness , 1650 Market Drive , Stillwater
  5:00 pm

Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.

💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Tried the Nextdoor search function with no luck.
  What is the name of the man on Arcola Trail who collects old-school cameras, and teaches classes on how to use them? He’s on Nextdoor and FB, and I… (Nextdoor Stillwater North Hill)
• My Amazon package was delivered to a porch in bayport.
  If anyone received a package addressed to Stillwater, please let me know. (Nextdoor Stillwater Township)

• Wal-Mart posted a job opening for Cart Attendant in Stillwater. Apply here.
• Taco Bell posted a job opening for Cook in Stillwater. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Stillwater here.

🗞 Nearby News

Woodbury

• John Kenneth Sauer, 81 (csrecord.net)

St. Paul

• Tim Walz Won’t Run Again: 5 Things To Know If Amy Klobuchar Runs For Governor (patch.com)
• Gov. Tim Walz: 'I’ve Decided To Step Out Of The Race' In 2026 (patch.com)
• Major Changes To Childhood Vaccine Schedule Announced By CDC: What To Know In MN (patch.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

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